Slipcover Seats for Wooden Chairs
 
Instructor: Susan Woodcock
Classes held at 12:00 pm ET, November 11, 18 and 25
Cost: $100.00
 
In this online class you will learn how to design and fabricate slipcovers for chair seats on wooden dining chairs.
 
Slipcovers are a great option to reupholstery and they can be removed and cleaned if washable fabrics are used. In this class, you will learn how to make different styles of skirts and how to add ties and tabs, to keep the slipcover in place.
 
Session One
Measuring the chair seat
Figuring yardage
Drafting a pattern for project #1
Preparing fabric and cutting
Sewing the slipcover seat piece
Making and attaching the skirt
Lining and finishing details
Attaching to the chair
 
Session Two:
Design and pre-planning project #2
Pattern drafting
Custom corner pleats
Working around splines and rails
Adding welt cord
Using Velcro for fitting
 
Session Three:
Skirt variations and proportions
How to add seat padding or cushions
Reversible seat slipcovers
Pricing
 
This is an intermediate level professional course. A sewing machine and basic sewing tools and supplies are used to complete the project.
 
You will need: A wooden chair with a flat seat (if upholstered, it should be somewhat flat without a cushion) paper for pattern making, fabric, lining, hook and loop tape.
 
Refund policy:
This is a home study program. You will receive all of the above-listed materials and supplies so you can complete the class. No refunds provided.